The Economic Impact of Brexit
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A working paper from Stanford University's Siepr discusses the economic impact of Brexit, comparing initial forecasts with actual outcomes and highlighting the underestimation of long-term effects. The paper's findings are shared and briefly discussed on Hacker News. A user comments on the accuracy of short-term forecasts versus the underestimation of long-term damage, drawing parallels with other geopolitical decisions.
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Nov 28, 2025 at 9:02 AM EST
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Funny how polities keep underestimating the damage caused by shooting oneself in the foot (UK) or the head (US, twice).